Hi, yes waiting for insurance to ok my pain pump and getting more nervous by the day. Have had 5 back surgeries over 15 yrs 3 within the past 6. I've been told that there can be no more surgeries for me as it will only cause me "more harm than help", I have also been told by several reputable neurosurgeons I need a New back! getting. I get these attacks I call them of nerve spasms in my right leg, they last 24/7 and nearly 2 to 2-1/2 weeks, the pain in indescribeable, my current meds and patches don't even come close, I am literally terrified of getting a new attack before I can get the pump. I would like to know the most if anyone has had the pump help nerve pain? It is also a terrifying experience to know that no surgery can help me. I have alot of nerve damage in my legs, the right the worst, it is a bad case of spinal stenois gone on way to far, the nerve roots are literally being choked. I am 58 yrs young, just wish I felt like it. No, that was wrong I must think positive and so should all of you right? Thanks for any help. Bobbi

Hello,
I know some here have mentioned pain pumps.
You might try looking on these forums

Chronic pain - http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum10.html

Spinal - http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum22.html

RSD - http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum21.html

TOS - {I think only 1 has pump here} - http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum24.html

and the forum wide search link - http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/search.php

Bobbi,

Hello and welcome to NeuroTalk. Great to see you have come to be with us. You will find a great number of caring, supporting members here willing to help each other as they can.

Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around.

Darlene

Hi, Bobbi! Welcome to NeuroTalk!

Keep that positive attitude! Jo gave you a good start, so please feel free to join in anywhere.